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Turkey Shepherd's Pie (Ground Turkey Cottage Pie)

Enjoy a comforting turkey shepherd's pie with savory ground turkey, vegetables, and creamy mashed potatoes. Perfect for cozy family dinners!
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Prep Time 35 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings 6 Servings
Calories 187kcal
Author Meghan Birnbaum

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Medium pot
  • Masher or fork
  • Spatula
  • Wooden spoon
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Oven
  • Stove
  • Peeler

Ingredients

Turkey and Vegetable Filling:

  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 cup onions chopped
  • 1 cup carrots diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 pound ground turkey breast
  • ½ teaspoon onion salt
  • ½ teaspoon garlic salt
  • ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon flour
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • ¾ cup frozen peas

Mashed Potato Topping

  • 2 medium russet potatoes peeled
  • 1 cup half and half
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic salt
  • ¼ teaspoon onion salt

Instructions

  • Prep mashed potatoes: Peel and dice 2 medium russet potatoes. Bring a pot of water to a boil, add potatoes, and boil until fork-tender, about 12-15 minutes. Drain and mash with a fork. Stir in 1 cup half and half, ¼ teaspoon garlic salt, and ¼ teaspoon onion salt. Mix until smooth and set aside.
  • Cook vegetables: In a large skillet, melt 1 tablespoon butter over medium-high heat. Add 1 cup chopped onions and 1 cups diced carrots. Sauté until softened, about 8-10 minutes.
  • Add garlic: Add 3 cloves minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently.
  • Cook turkey: Spray the pan lightly with olive oil, then add 1 pound ground turkey breast. Break up the meats with a spatula and cook until no longer pink, about 10 minutes.
  • Season meat mixture: Stir in ½ teaspoon onion salt, ½ teaspoon garlic salt, ¼ teaspoon dried oregano, and ¼ teaspoon dried thyme. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to combine the flavors.
  • Add tomato paste and Worcestershire sauce: Stir in 1 tablespoon tomato paste and 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce. Mix well.
  • Thicken with flour and broth: Sprinkle 1 tablespoon flour over the meat mixture and stir it in. Pour in 1 cup chicken broth. Simmer for about 5 minutes, until the liquid is mostly absorbed.
  • Add peas: Stir in ¾ cup frozen peas and remove the pan from heat.
  • Assemble the pie: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and spread the turkey filling evenly in the dish. Top with the mashed potatoes, spreading them out smoothly with a fork.
  • Bake the pie: Place the assembled Shepherd’s Pie in the preheated oven. Bake at 400°F for 25 minutes, or until the top is golden and the filling is bubbly.
  • Serve: Remove from the oven, allow it to cool slightly, then serve your delicious Turkey Shepherd's Pie!

Notes

  • Meal Prep: This turkey shepherd’s pie is perfect for meal prep and can be made ahead of time for busy weeknights.
  • Customization: Feel free to add your favorite vegetables or swap in different seasonings for a unique twist.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Serving | Calories: 187kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 61mg | Sodium: 730mg | Potassium: 413mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 405IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 61mg | Iron: 1mg